Pharrell makes his Glastonbury solo debut with a hit-packed set on the Pyramid Stage

Pharrell Williams made his Glastonbury debut as a solo artist with a hit-packed set on the Pyramid Stage this evening (June 27).

The American crooner and producer - who previously played the festival as part of his group N*E*R*D - donned a captain's cap and floral shirt as he walked out on to Worthy Farm for the festival's second full day of music.

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Thousands sang along to his famous chart hits, including 'Frontin', 'Gust Of Wind' and 'Lose Yourself To Dance', while he invited a collection of British girls on stage to dance to an NERD medley.

"One thing about when you go to England, you definitely meet the world's most beautiful women," Pharrell smiled, before performing 'Marilyn Monroe'.

The weather remained clear and dry throughout, with the evening air heated up further by Pharrell's five incredible dancers - called The Baes - who each had a solo of body shaking and twerking.

Along with his own hits, the star performed tracks he has produced such as Gwen Stefani's 'Hollaback Girl', Robin Thicke's 'Blurred Lines' and Snoop Dogg's 'Drop It Like It's Hot'.

The crowd were suitably warmed up ready for Kanye's headline set, but a finale of Daft Punk team-up 'Get Lucky' had the masses turned all the way up.

The cheers roared across the main arena with Pharrell commenting: "You guys are awesome - thanks so much."

However, the star kept Worthy Farm waiting a bit for 'Happy' as he returned to the stage for the colourful and cute encore, complete with a gaggle of child dancers.

After their performance Pharrell high-fived all of his backing dancers, before performing his new song 'Freedom', which will be released exclusively on Apple Music on June 30.

Pharrell gave a passionate vocal for the new cut, his voice raspy and screaming in parts, echoing James Brown's trademark delivery.

"England thank you for making it such a special night," Pharrell said, before looking visibly taken aback by the response.

Coldplay's Chris Martin and Stella McCartney were among the A-list stars seen enjoying Pharrell's set from the side of the stage.

Kanye West will now take to the Pyramid Stage for his highly anticipated headline show, hoping to prove his critics wrong with a "big" set.

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Florence + the Machine headlined the festival for the first time in their career last night (June 26), providing a lively set which included a cover of Foo Fighters' hit 'Times Like These'.

The Who will top the the bill on Sunday (June 28), with a highly anticipated afternoon slot by Lionel Richie to get revellers in the party spirit.

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